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My name is Rhonda and i have two children. I have a crazy home live I live with a large group. I stay with a friend and her three kids. We are currently both single moms and both unemployed. We have no income at all and we are both waiting for child support that never comes. Our rent has not been paid since may and we have no where to go if we get kicked out. We have tried to get help through welfare and they have given us the max that they can in food and medical assistance. Which we are great full for however it doesn't pay the bills. We are currently looking for employment times are really tough right now though. If there is anything anyone can do to help my family and I will never forget this and will one day be able to pay it forward to some other family in need. I would like to take the time to thank you for the time it took you read my story. God bless you. Please help my family anything you can do would be great donate anything you can. Please help our family keep a roof over our children's heads. Contact me at rlhenni58@gmail.com if you can help our family. Thank you and god bless you.

I believe that most people really want to be able to help others if they have the means to do so.  When reading the "about section" of Aidpage; I certainly would be one of those people stopping to help someone asking for something as simple as directions.  But in the "face to face" world, you're provide an opportunity to assess the situation yourself, by observing.  And then make a judgement call, and respond accordingly. 

This reminds me of the story of the Good Samaritan.  Many passed by the injured individual - even those individuals that you typically think would automatically helped.  But it was a Samaritan that helped this person in need (even though the person in need was from a race that typically treated the Samaritans poorly). 

So in the world of the internet, I find being a good Samaritan a little more difficult.  How do you know which request are sincer?  This site, Aidpage, I find interesting because its primarly providing "moral support" or pointing someone in the right direction.  I don't know if I know the "right direction" but I'm willing to try this webstie as a good place to explore this approach via the internet.

I'm new to this site. I found it when I was doing some research for a website I'm building, and partially to try to to find some kind of help to get me through a period of personal crisis.

The website, many people who use this network might find useful. I's called “The Broke Hippie” Resource exchange network. Th title is kind of tongue in cheek, to sort of represent the humor and the degradation that can come along with poverty. The site is filled with forums for people to exchange useful ideas and resources. Anything from how to set up your own road side flower vending business on very little money, to where to find free food, telephone assistance, help with landlord tenant issues, and how to be able to laugh and still have good time when you're poor and in a bad situation. It's link list is comprehensive and growing daily- resources for students, online resources, health care resources, and relent helpful information for specific locations. ( Currently there is a Seattle section and a New Orleans section, and I'm working on Detroit. I'd love to add resources for other major cities- please join and help m fill it out! It's free, and I'm checking through all the posts and resources to try to avoid scams being added.

Check it out here, and please join the forums and make some comments or add your own topics. :-)

“The Broke Hippie”

http://www.poor-folks-helping-poor-folks.webs.com

PAY IT FORWARD

The broke Hippie is my little example of pay it forward, and it took very little money to create. Just lot's of research and the work of Love. I figure that all the resources I've been able to find could also be useful to others, and if things start going, peopl may post things I don't know about tht would be helpful to me. It's just in the beginning stages, but there's already a lot there....I think some of the people here will really like what I'm trying to do.

In a way, I wanted to do it now, when I'm so broke that it's s struggle to procure tings like cat food and toilet paper-- because it shows that whatever level of financial stability or lack there of, it is still possible to make a difference in the lives of other people.

Hi Lovely & Blessed Ones! I have started a Consultant company that will help & support those in need whom think they have no where or no one to turn to.  I want you to know that there is someone that want's to hear your plea no matter what the problem may be.

Remember: I am a 40 year old wife and mother of 9. My oldest is 22 with 2 kids of his own and my youngest is 2. I left home when I was 13 yrs old. I have been a victum of rape, mental & physical abuse and so on. You can not tell me nothing that I either have not been through or heard all ready.

So if You or someone you know is in need of a lending hand or ear or what ever. Please Contact: Mrs.Gina of Angels Consultants and we will get you back on track for the New Year! Thank You & God Bless You All, Everyone!

The actual date of this post is 7-1-10. I just don't know how to do it the right way i guess...lol.

I have recieved something thing i beileve will not only help me,who is in serious help, but others also.  It is a letter about making copies and sending people in this list only one dollar. start up cost very small. but I thought of a way of skipping part of the start up cost.  One of the things required is buying a mailing list of people who are interested in a home business type list.  My idea is all of those who check out aid page, we could bypass this expense and help each other.  I am going to do this letter and I know it will work.  I don't know, as one never knows if you realy make all they say, but i know it does work.  So if anyone is interested blog me and let me know.  I think with enough people we could all help each other and then it can just keep going... helping even more people. 

Pay It Forward

I just watched that movie and thats what gave me this idea. 

I finally got a job, then severly injured my ankle at home and now can't work and might lose my job. And a lot of us are in that boat.  So lets help each other!  I hope to hear from anyone interested soon!

Thanks

Angelbrat

Have you ever thought about the choices you make and why?

I wanted a better life or a quieter life.  But there is no fool like an old fool.  I got scammed out of my money and am trying to figure out just how to recover.  I know that I can it just takes time and strength of mind and purpose.  I will keep trying and I know there are people in the world who will help me get back on track.  I am not afraid to ask for help.  Blessings to you all.  

Karma was a chain mail but but the words were true somethings happen for a reason and if you understand the reason life can work out. I am a senior who came here to relax and work for the state. I got here and the state is in flux - the governor wants to give furloughs and jobs with the state are unsteady. I called real estate agents to help me find a decent place to live and got few responses so I went out on my own and of course was shafted and lost my money to one of those people who prey on seniors. So I am stuck with no money and no way to get my things out of storage, a very bad house situation - but you know what - I still have a job until the governor says otherwise so that is a blessing. The other things will work out too, don't you think? If I believe in Karma? There are still good people in the world and I have to believe that in order to keep going and to stay strong.

I know there are a lot of scammers in the world and I was bound to run into one of them eventually but I am keeping my faith and my belief that something good will come out of this mess. If you have information on a decent house in Waianae area (I am interested in living where culture lives and breathes) one that is clean, at least 2 bedrooms, 2 bath or 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, a small yard, close to the bus line (I take the bus to work everyday) - then please email me and I will come and look at it. I cannot move until the middle of August because I have to get paid so I can pay the rental fees. There is are three of us. My husband is retired and gets social security. My son is looking for a job and he will help pay the rent too. So, please let us know if you know of a place - I think we can afford a decent place with my salary and his social security. My credit is good. Also, if you can contribute to helping me get my things out of storage, a small donation or if you can afford to make a loan then we could develop a payment plan (with promissory note) so we do not run into any bad feelings for each other. But donations would help also. My things will be shipped here when I get all the money but I also need a house to put them in.

Think about helping someone who needs your help. This is not a scam - please feel free to email me and I can meet you, get to know you and you can see the situation I have found myself in. I am a long way from home but I know that people are people the world over and even the smallest amount of help would be welcome at this time. Mahalo and even though life has thrown me a curve - I know that I can and will rebound and then, of course, I will need to pay it forward and help someone else. Suggestions and help.  Thank you so much. God Bless.

Hi

My prayer request is for a financial blessing. God has been answering my prayers giving me guidance to pursue my educational goals in Nursing. I prayed and God blessed me to complete my required prerequisites with excellent scores and the entrance requirements. I received my acceptance letter into the Nursing program. The cost is $11,500 for the full program plus extra expenses for books and whatever other material and requirements are needed. I am asking for donations if anyone finds it upon their hearts to do so. Even if it is $1 and up. Every little bit helps. I know God will make a way, and he has brought me this far. Because he said If we take 1 step, He will take 2. He said ask and it shall be given to you, Seek and ye shall find, Knock..and the doors shall be open unto you. I am asking, seeking, and knocking. I pray that he will bless me that I may be a blessing to others. Thank you.

Ms. Green, P.O. Box 776, Harvey,La 70059 

lillee_g@yahoo.com

I am a separated mom of two beautiful girls and I need help to keep my family home.  It's not in the best of shape but it is mine. The thing I married is in prison and I can't even afford to divorce him and he is exempt from paying child support because he is being taken care of by the taxpayers.  I have a job and I don't like taking charity but when it comes to your kids you do what you have to do as long as it's legal.  Any assistance would be greatly appreciated and I'm hoping to start my own plant business and one day pay it forward to someone in the position that I am in today.  Thanks so much.

Wow,  I never thought that my life would lead me to a place where I am asking for help.  I was always the person to give help.  Right now I can't afford the time, effort or money to give the things that I wish to give.  That is ultimately why I am here.  My story is simple.  Mediocre success led to great failure.  There is nothing worse than looking back at all the times that I boasted about how great everything was.

 The house is gone, the car is gone, all of the valuables are gone, the wife is gone, I have been broken.  The only worldly goods left are whatever I recieved from friends after she left.  That and a PILE of bills.  Oh and 50% custody of two of my boys, 100% custody of the other.  Did I mention a pile of bills.  I have million dollar ideas, a billion dollar attitude, and a ten dollar bill to my name.  I am not looking for a hand out.  I will pay back whatever I get as soon as I can,  or if that cant happen I will pay it forward.

God bless and good luck

Like so many, we are a rather good size family. My husband is a disabled Veteran who is able to contribute a small amount with his pension, thankfully. We have 4 wonderful children and try so hard to make it paycheck to paycheck. But, with no room to breath we suffocating here. The light bill is too much, the food is running out, we need medical and dental help, theres no way we can take our children to the dentist or doctor with the income we have. I am so lost, so scared. I'm tried of fighting the fight of stretching money that doesn't exist. I feel so defeated. The debts, no food, no way out. I just need some kind of way. theres got to be a way. I need money, I feel ashamed asking, but I feel even more ashamed when my children are hungry and theres nothing to eat. Please help us. Please. My family and I have always been the ones helping others. Now look, we having such a hard time surviving ourselves. Please help us! Bless you all.

Hello, here are some suggestions to paying it forward it that I find  very rewarding giving to a complete stranger with a message of love made up in a small gift basket or give to  someone you know who looks like that could use a small pick me up, the amount of money spent  doesn't have to be much $10.00 is sufficient and it would buy  (at  the dollar store)  a small gift basket or gift bag  full of goodies, add to them sauve shampoo, conditioner,a body lotion and some body wash, and  there still will be enough money so that you can buy a card. Gifts cards  are also fun to give make sure you give what you can and if you can give more, please do give more! Happy Holidays  and God bless you all. Sincerely Catherineq

= Me

Reading some of these stories It seems so many of us are in this boat.

I have prayed on this and done all I can to help myself.

My rent is behind and I am facing fast eviction, I was also left with 800.00 in electric bills (3 months worth) from tenants I rented a room to.

Shortly after they moved out I was scammed by an ad I put on craigslist where the person told me they were moving here form the UK ..sent me a check to cover the rent and deposit and than had me send them the money to ship there stuff.

Check was a fraud, And I was a jerk.

Now My children and I are in a bad situation.

my son is speacial needs and In a great SCHOOL PROGRAM, Moving him would case more emotional distrubance in his life.

Yes, I need finacial help and prayer. As I said earlier I am on Disability and a very fixed income.

However, I have tried to get a P/t job and it seems I have been out of work to long for even a gas station to hire me or a Mcdonalds.

my disabilities cause my availabiltiy to work to be very limited. But I am willing .

I do not have a very good computer, No sound card or printer  and its very slow or I would defineltly try to hook up with a work from home online job.

If you can help in anyway, I will do whatever I can in exchange, If you need help with anything AT ALL..that I am capable of helping with. I am there to try.

I live in Southern california And I am holding on by my last string and my faith.

I truly do not want something for nothing and would love to hook up with others in similar situations and write letters to 'the powers that be"(so to speak) trying to find out how people are supposed to make it with families when crisis arrives and you are living paycheck to paycheck...There must be a way we can all help each other. Some sort of pay it forward type of thing..If we all work together I think we can help each other alot.

Well Please let me know If you all are interested ..I dont want a handout..Just a hand up@

I am starting a list of links that could help others here with with charity and Church and other organizations that would like to help people in need of food, clothing, utilities,vehicles,jobs, dental,medical, please list links that you think will help the aidpage people. Here is a starting list for grantseekers.

1. Christianhelpinghands
2. Christiangrants
3. Women Business Grants
4. Grants and Grant applications
5. Mbda

God Bless And Add a link!

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Hello Folks,

I am a 34 year old man who has always dedicated myslef to helping others.  I attended Fordham University for almost 4 years.  In my last year I had financial aid problems and ended up owing the school 8,000.00.  It's now 12 years later and I still haven't been able to pay them back.  I want to return to school so desperately to continue my education.  I have a lot of experience and knowledge but these days I get passed over for many jobs because of the lack of degree.  I want to go back to school and get my bachelors degree in Sociology and psychology, to then try and get my MBA.  I want to start my own non-profit organization working with underserved children.  I cannot go back to school as Fordham University will not release my transcripts until I pay them the balance due.  I can give you the contact information to send all monies directly to the financial office.  I'm not going to put a paypal or bank account information here.  How would you know what the money is really for?  This is not a scam, I really want to go back to school.  If 8,000 people in this forum would send $1.00 to Fordham that would take care of the problem and then I can move forward and go back to school.  I dont want to go to school to become rich, I want to get my educatuion and give back to the community, help people and ensure that people can get the help in life that they need.  I can send you my resume and credentials, showing that I have always worked at helping others and that it is my lifes work.  If you want to donate please reach out to me and I will give you verifiable information to where you can send your kind and generous donations.  I know times are hard for everyone, but imagine if 8,000 people read this and help with just $1.00 it will be an investment into not only my future but the futures of the people I want to help.  It's almost like paying it forward.  If you can afford more than $1.00 that would be awesome as well.  Anything helps.  Thank you all so much and may you be rewarded tenfold for your kind gesture. 

Hello,

I am Tracy Lynn and I live in Tucson, Az...I have a positive attitude and I work very hard.  I recently had a job for 2 years at a software company in sales of Architectural and Engineering  software-AutoCAD stuff!  Anyways, I was very overwhelmed with being completely in charge of a new division and of traveling 3 states and also knowing in my heart I was underpaid and overworked, so I asked for a raise, 2 weeks later, I was fired.  Figures, so now I am studying to get my Real Estate License. I know, I kNOW...I have heard it form EVERYONE, the market is bad, the market is down, blah, blah, blah...well...I also am cleaning houses, rentals and wiondows, and pick up babysitting jobs as I can.  I KNOW RE is tuff and it will take a while to build my business, so I am seeking 2 things from this website.

1.  A mentor, someone I can call and speak to about Business things, (I will be enrolling in school within 4-6 months) to finish my degree, have about 15 college credits, would like to be able to have an MBA by the time I am 50, that gives me 7 years...think it is possible?   Anyways, just a mentor to bounce ideas off and hear about your work, and business life.

2.  I made a horrible financial  desicion and bought a Subaru (I love them) 26 months ago, but due to bad credit, I am paying 24% interest on a $8500 loan.  OUCH, I know, it is horrible...I want to voluntarily let them reposses my Subaloo and get a junker car, one that will run for the next 18-24 months...so I need help in finding a car, I have saw some good ones here in Tuc-town for around $1500-2500...I will be truly appreciatiev of any help that you may be able to give to me.  I thought about trying to keep the Sub and refinance it, but Chase wont do it for me.  In 26 months of payments, I have been late on my last 2, I was fired in June 08.  Plus the Sub needs some mechanical work and it did not pass emissions this time around, so I had to get a one time, one year waiver...Arrrggghhh, I am so desperate for help.  I considered takign the bus, but the majority of my cleaning jobs I truly need a car for, so it is a true necessity to have wheels that are dependalble.  

If you can help, please let me know and also, I am wiling to pay it forward (or backwards to you) once I am up and going strong again.

Thank you for your time in reading this post and plea for help.

To all the others, I wish you all the best, remeber to PRAY, PRAY, PRAY and even if you dont believe in praying then just KEEP THE FAITH in that things will ALWAYS WORK OUT SOMEHOW!

Warmest Reagrds,

Tracy Lynn

520-207-5719